May 14, 2010 1:46 PM

I have very high arches. Every night while sleeping, I get cramps in my feet, arches and sometimes calves. Don't know if it has anything to do with my high arches but it is even worse when I am training hard. Is this caused by a vitamin deficiency? I have tried all kinds of stuff and so far, nothing seams to help. Any suggestions?

I realized that if I was going to achieve anything in life I had to be aggressive. I had to get out there and go for it... I know fear is an obstacle for some people, but it's an illusion to me. -Michael Jordan

No, I wear flats most of the time. Either way, the heal height doesn't seam to make a difference. I am now trying out some potion I got on line for leg cramps developed by the Amish. It tastes terrible! It has a very strong vinegar base. But if it works, it will be worth it. Will keep you all updated as I move through this.

Last night I was watching TV with my legs stretched out on a footstool. Suddenly that familiar twinge started in my left arch and moved around my foot and into my toes, contorting my foot and sending me jumping up in pain. I went to the kitchen and poured a small glass of water and added a teaspoon of the potion I purchased on line. Then returned to watch TV. Typically the cramping would happen on and off all night. But this time I stretched out my legs and pointed my toes in the usual manner that brings on the cramps and nothing happened. No Cramping ever returned. This potion tastes awful but it sure worked last night. I will continue to use it as needed and let you all know.

But check this stuff out. It does not need refrigeration...it has a shelf life longer than a twinkie....and will probably clean windows pretty well. Plus, it has a guarantee so you can return it if you are not happy. How can you go wrong.

Are they like charlie horse cramps? If so, potassium is usually the culprit for that... If you exercise regularly, your body can be depleted of potassium through dehydration. I get the weird twitching eye thing, but my husband gets nasty, nasty charlie horses... A potassium suppliment (and/or through food) works great for that...